Publication Outline

Blended Learning – Instilling Engagement in Elementary Classrooms

Article Outline 

EDLD 5317 

By: Hilda Rodriguez 

I. Introduction  

   A. Definition of Blended Learning in Elementary Education 

   B. Importance of Tailoring Blended Learning to the Elementary Level 

II. Article Topic  

   A. Unveiling the Benefits of Blended Learning in Elementary Schools  

   B. Adapting Blended Learning Strategies for Young Learners 

III. Submission Options  

   A. Elementary Education Journals  

       1. Edutopia 

       2. We Are Teachers 

IV. Connection to Innovation Plan 

  A. Integrating Blended Learning into Elementary Curriculum  

  B. Enhancing Digital Literacy Skills at an Early Age 

V. How can this information help others? 

  A. Personalized Learning for Elementary Students  

  B. Engaging and Interactive Online Activities for Young Learners 

VI. Lessons Learned or hope to learn? 

  A. Adapting Blended Learning to Different Learning Styles  

  B. Addressing Age-Appropriate Challenges in Implementation 

VII. Digital Resources  

I would like to provide engaging digital resources with tools that students can use to keep track of their learning.  The resources would have a digital check for understanding making learning differentiated in both Math and Reading. Ideally, each student would have a tracker with a list of concepts to help motivate and take ownership of their learning. These are the digital resources: 

  A. Educational Games and Apps  

      1. Fact and Fracts 

       2. DreamBox 

  B. Online Storytelling Platforms 

       1. Lexia 

       2. Epic! 

VIII. Target Audience  

    A. Elementary School Teachers  

    B. School Administrators and Curriculum Planners 

IX. Digital Presence and Communication  

    A. Educational Webinars and Workshops  

         1. Zoom Sessions for Teachers  

          2. Social Media Campaigns 

X. Message Communication  

   A. Promoting the Benefits of Blended Learning for Young Students  

   B. Encouraging Early Adoption of Technology in Elementary Education 

References: 

Miller, A. (2012, October 12). Blended Learning: Strategies for Engagement. Edutopia; George Lucas Educational Foundation. Retrieved January 18, 2024, from: https://www.edutopia.org/blog/blended-learning-engagement-strategies-andrew-miller 

National Education Association. (2021, March 25). Rethinking the Classroom for Blended Learning | NEA. www.nea.org. https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/student-engagement/tools-tips/rethinking-classroom-blended-learning